Vidant Beaufort Hospital to offer free community health fair | Eastern NC Now

The public is invited to attend a free health fair sponsored by Vidant Beaufort Hospital on Thursday, May 16th from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. outside of the Washington Walmart in recognition of National Hospital Week.

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    (WASHINGTON, NC)    The public is invited to attend a free health fair sponsored by Vidant Beaufort Hospital on Thursday, May 16th from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. outside of the Washington Walmart in recognition of National Hospital Week.

    The health fair will offer free screenings for body mass index, blood pressure and blood sugar. These screenings are used as indicators for two of the most prevalent health concerns identified by Beaufort County citizens in the most recent community health needs assessment - chronic disease and weight management/obesity. Vidant Beaufort Hospital is dedicated to helping residents remain healthy and detect illnesses early.

    The health fair will be set up outside of Walmart beginning at 9:00 a.m. A variety of booths will be set up under tents with giveaway items and door prizes. All services are free of charge.

    WHO:    Vidant Beaufort Hospital health care providers

    WHAT:    Free community health fair

    WHEN:    Thursday, May 16 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

    WHERE:    Washington Walmart, 570 Pamlico Plaza

    For more information please contact:

    Pam Shadle

     Manager of Marketing, Public Relations and Development
      Vidant Beaufort Hospital
      Phone: (252) 975-4134 or pam.shadle@vidanthealth.com
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